Carolina tilts her head forward a little bit when he speaks. She hasn't exactly forgotten the earplugs - just wasn't used to using them. Thankfully, she keeps staring forward, her expression one of tiredness. Hopefully they'll take a nonreaction as too tired to get confused.

I figured, she thinks back, not considering how short it might come off - but a moment later. But I appreciate it. Thanks. How long do you think they'll draw it out?

Her gaze drags over one of the guards with the blaster, still just looking tired and morose.